Parshat Mikeitz: Yosef and Chanukah
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman talks about how Parshat Mikeitz – which is read during Chanukah – is uniquely connected to the themes of the Chanukah holiday.
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The Three Portions of Night Part II
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Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman gives an analysis of the Talmud’s representation of the three segments of night, as per the explanations of the Maharal, the Gra, and Ben Yehoyada.
Chanuka: Sfas Emes Part 3
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Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller extrapolates on the following idea by the Sfas Emes: waging war against each of the four types of concealment makes us more aware of Hashem’s presence in every facet of ourselves, others, and all the tribes of Israel.
The Three Portions of Night
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman gives an analysis of the Talmud’s representation of the three segments of night, as per the explanations of the Maharal, the Gra, and Ben Yehoyada.
Eating Before Shema of Arvit
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses the question of whether one can eat before reciting the Kri’at Shema of Arvit.
Simcha and Bitachon
Posted onIn this week’s class on the Meaning of Trust, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the ideas of Simcha and Bitachon.
Parshat Vayeishev: Yosef and the Brothers
Posted onIn his discussion on this week’s parsha, Parshat Vayeishev, Rabbi Hershel Reichman uses the commentary of the Shem MiShmuel to address the troubling story of Yosef and his brothers.
The Wisdom of Greece Vs. The Wisdom of the Torah
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman delves into the Shem MiShmuel’s explanation of the significance of the conflict between Greece and the Jews and discusses this conflict as a battle between the Greek and Jewish intellects.
Perek 2
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Rabbi Avishai David talks about the role of the Jewish people, Klal Yisrael, as being the epicenter of everything, as well as the role of the land of Israel, Eretz Yisrael.
The Steipler, Part 3
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Rabbi Hanoch Teller continues his discussion on the Steipler Gaon.
Chanuka: Sfas Emes Part 2
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the Torah insights of the Sfas Emes for the fourth, fifth, and sixth nights of Chanuka, dealing with moving beyond everything that is ‘Greek’.
Chanuka: Sfas Emes Part 1
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller shares the Torah insights of the Sfas Emes, as he discusses the theme of each night of Chanuka. This class, the first in a three-part series, discusses the first three nights of Chanuka.
Time for Kohanim to Eat Terumah
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses the halachos pertaining to the time for Kohanim to Eat Terumah.
Energetic Spirituality
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In this shiur on Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen delves into the concept of zrizus, and explains the energy and spirit one should have in performing the mitzvot and the service of Hashem.
Yiru Eineinu
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses the beginning of the Gemara and the Tosfot’s discussion of the nature of the bracha of Yiru Eineinu.
Parshat Vayishlach: Angels Knocking at Our Door
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on Parshat Vayishlach, Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds upon the Shem MiShmuel’s explanation of the significance of Yaakov sending angels to his brother Eisav, as well as the relevance of this act to our lives.
Woman’s Role
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Mrs. Shira Smiles provides a discussion of the unfortunate incident of Shechem’s violation of Yaakov’s daughter, Dina.
The Steipler, Part 2
Posted onRabbi Hanoch Teller continues his examination of the Steipler Gaon.
Desire for Holiness
Posted onRabbi Yitzchak Cohen elaborates on the idea that we should not be content with performing mitzvot and good deeds, and instead we should strive to desire to bring holiness into this world.
Early Shema, Rav Hai Gaon
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses Rav Hai Gaon’s approach to reading Shema early.
R. Yona and R. Amram
Posted onIn this eighth installment of his Gemara Brachot class, Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses R. Yona and R. Amram.
Chosen For What?
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Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller uses the Maharal’s interpretation to go over the Pesukim in Parshat Yitro that describe our being chosen.
Eisav’s Choice
Posted onRebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses how Eisav’s sale of the birthright to Yaakov reflected the opposing life choices of both Yaakov and Eisav.
Perek 1
Posted onIn this class, Rabbi Avishai David gives an examination of the first Perek of Sefer Yirmiyahu.
Yirmiyahu, A Leader Like Moshe?
Posted onRabbi Avishai David ends his introduction to Sefer Yirmiyahu with the Abarbanel’s comparison of Yirmiyahu with Moshe Rabbeinu and the Malbim’s critique of this description.
A Better Tomorrow
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In this week’s class on Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen extrapolates on the first step of zehirus, carefulness. He discusses the urging of the Mesillat Yesharim for us to be aware and careful of our ways in order to create a better future.
The Steipler, Part 1
Posted onRabbi Hanoch Teller discusses The Steipler Gaon.
The Value of Spiritual Joy
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches that by increasing our cognizance of the value of spiritual joy, we are preparing ourselves for the ultimate joy of the Final Redemption, the coming of Mashiach, and the World To Come.
Yaakov and Esav, Both Chosen at Birth
Posted onIn this class, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller expounds on the idea that Yaakov and Esav were both born potential tzadikim, though each one was meant to focus on a different aspect of serving G-d.
Divination and Prayer
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles addresses the many questions that arise concerning the episode of Rachel stealing the idols of her father Lavan as Yaakov flees Lavan’s home.